IPL 2025: Resurgent MI face powerhouse LSG in crucial Playoff battle at Wankhede ¡ª Who will win tonight?
MI and LSG face off in the crucial Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 clash after both teams had different results in their last match. With it being an afternoon game, who will win at Wankhede in Mumbai's heat?
Another Sunday doubleheader awaits as Mumbai Indians (MI) face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for the second time this season in Match 45 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Wankhede Stadium on April 27. This afternoon game will also feature 19,000 children in attendance as part of MI's education initiative.
Talking about the two teams, MI have staged a remarkable comeback after a dismal start to their season. After winning just one of their first five matches, they have strung four consecutive wins. On the other hand, LSG have had a mixed campaign, securing five wins and suffering four losses.
Iss match ka vibe hi alag hota hai! ?
¡ª Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 26, 2025
The crew perfectly describes the Wankhede atmosphere of @ril_foundation #ESADay only on #MILive, presented by Lattafa Perfumes ?#MumbaiIndians #PlayLikeMumbai #EducationAndSportsForAll pic.twitter.com/Amrbuetgcl
Despite having the same number of wins as MI, LSG's Net Run Rate (NRR) -0.054 lags behind MI's impressive 0.673. LSG will be looking to bounce back after a heavy eight-wicket defeat against Delhi Capitals (DC) at home.
Players to watch out for
Both teams have their star performers who can turn the game on its head.
MI Strengths: After a slow start, MI have finally hit their stride. Suryakumar Yadav will be crucial to their chances, with fans hoping for another special knock from 'Mr. 360'. Captain Hardik Pandya is also enjoying an excellent season, making impactful contributions with both bat and ball.
LSG Key Players: Although skipper Rishabh Pant has yet to fully find his rhythm, LSG are progressing well. Nicholas Pooran remains a major threat with his destructive batting, while Mitchell Marsh has been in outstanding form this season. MI will need to contain both to gain the upper hand.
What netizens are saying
Excitement is building on social media, especially on X (formerly Twitter), as fans share predictions and reflect on past encounters. With a high-stakes clash on the horizon, many are eager to see what drama the afternoon match will deliver.
One said, "MI vs LSG today is an important match for the playoffs."
Mi vs lsg today is an important match for playoffs
¡ª CRICKET GURU (@GautamSing32370) April 26, 2025
Another said, "My prediction for the 45th match, MI vs LSG #IPL2025:
MI will win this match
MI's opening partnership will break during the Powerplay
Rohit Sharma will score 30+
Trent Boult and Hardik Pandya will take 3+ wickets
One batsman from LSG will play a big knock."
My Prediction for 45th Match MI vs LSG #ipl2025
¡ª Predictionbyasgar (@whoasgar) April 26, 2025
1. MI will win this match
2. MI ki Opening partnership Powerplay me tootegi
3. Rohit Sharma 30+
4. Trent Boult & Hardik Pandya 3+ Wickets
5. LSG ki taraf se koi ek batsman badi knowk khelega
Bonus?? - Kal Mayank Yadav khel rha h
One wrote, "Tomorrow, the match between MI and LSG will surely decide the fourth spot, as both teams are on 10 points."
Match abonded we are rewarded with 1 points
¡ª Sahil (@ShallyChauhan13) April 26, 2025
Like why we needed the other one and we were in good position!!
Tomorrow the match between mi vs lsg will sure take the fourth spot as they both are on 10 points
Why why why why ?? #IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/BcfBGkUeaw
Another added, "MI vs LSG tomorrow is a virtual knockout game. Whoever loses will become the fifth team to be knocked out of this IPL season."
So PBKS winning 2/2 vs KKR. That means MI vs LSG tomorrow is a virtual knockout game. Whoever loses tomorrow will be 5th team to get knocked out of this IPL SEASON after CSK, RR, SRH, KKR.
¡ª KUMAR SHUBHAM (@KUMARSH13187136) April 26, 2025
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The four-time champions will start the game as firm favorites, thanks to their recent form. LSG, meanwhile, have struggled and will be eager to bounce back with a win over MI. Having already defeated MI once this season, LSG will take confidence from that earlier victory.
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